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Your Energy. Your Freedom. Our Expertise.

Whether you’re moored on a canal, touring in a van, or living off-grid in a tiny home, you rely on power you can trust — and that starts with understanding what you really need. At Independent Power Solar Consultancy, we don’t just talk solar. We break down your real-world usage, demystify what system will serve you best, and help you install or upgrade it with zero pressure and maximum confidence. This isn’t a one-size-fits-all service. It’s built around you, your lifestyle, your budget, and your space.

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REMOTE CONSULTATIONS INTRO

Off-grid on a boat, van, or in the sticks? Boaty Buoy Ben offers quick, expert help via WhatsApp Video (NOT AI - Real human)  — no site visit, no apps. Book a free 15-min intro, show your setup live, and get clear, tailored advice to power your lifestyle.
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WHAT TO EXPECT IN YOUR FIRST CONSULTATION

Curious about the consults? It starts with a free 15-min call — no pressure, no forms. NO Ai, a real human on call. If it’s a fit, you’ll get a full system review and custom plan for £15, often within 24 hours.
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NEW PAYMENT OPTIOIN: TESCO eGIFT CARD

Just have your free intro call, then send a Tesco eGift Card if you’re ready to go. It’s quick, secure, and avoids third-party links — a simple way to support independent work on your terms.
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SeE PRICING STRUCTURE

SAMPLE AUDIT FORM QUESTIONS

Power Usage Details

How many appliances do you use daily? What’s your seasonal demand like?

Battery & Inverter Setup

Tell us your battery type, age, and capacity.

Solar & Charging Sources

How many panels do you have? What’s your total wattage?

Goals & Constraints

Do you want to go generator-free? Plan to upgrade or expand?

SAMPLE AUDIT FORM RESULTS

Narrowboat: Full Solar Retrofit

Solar Installation:
900W array with MPPT
Yield (avg): 3.1kWh/day
Battery Replacement:
3x 100Ah LiFePO₄
Usable Power: 240Ah

Off-Grid Cabin: Winter Ready

Solar Performance:
in winter sun
1.2kWh/day

Inverter Setup:

Pure Sine 2000W system
Surge Tested:
21.4000W

Home: Hybrid Systemtim

Battery Bank:
Capacity Total: 3.36kWh
280Ah LiFePO₄ @ 12V
Charging Options:
Solar + Shore enabled
Controller: MPPT 100/50
Emergency Backup:
EcoFlow DELTA Max + Ext.
Total Wh: 6144Wh
Daily Efficiency:
Run Time: 2.5 days
Draw Estimate:
1.2kWh/day
Inverter Idle:
4.2A @ 12V

Continuous Cruiser: EcoFlow Trial

System Overhaul:
Victron + EcoFlow paired
Inverter: 1600W Pure Sine
Diesel Heater Integration:
12V 30A socket (EcoFlow)
Use Case: 5h/night
Multi-Source Charging:
split solar array
1050W
Charge Inputs:
Solar, Shore, Engine
Monitoring:
BMV-712

3 TIER PRICING STRUCTURE

1. Discovery & Power Audit — £15

Your journey begins with a phone or video consultation. We’ll discuss:

  • What devices/appliances you run daily
  • Your battery bank size and voltage
  • Solar panel type and wattage
  • How long you need to stay powered without sun
  • Your inverter needs (12V > 240V)
  • Space and weight constraints
  • Any existing issues or goals (e.g., "fridge dies at night", "want to add laptop + Starlink")

1. Continued...

From this, we deliver a full energy audit:

  • Amp Hour (Ah) + Watt Hour (Wh) usage per day/week
  • Your ideal battery bank capacity
  • Recommended solar input wattage
  • Inverter sizing (including surge capacity)
  • Cable gauge and length calculations for each circuit
  • Safe fuse ratings
  • Tips to improve performance and reduce waste

2. (Optional) Tailored Product Recommendations — £15

Need help choosing what to buy?

We help you source the best value gear, including:

  • Leisure batteries vs lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4)
  • Solar panels: rigid, flexible, folding, tiltable mounts
  • Power stations like EcoFlow vs Bluetti
  • DC-DC chargers (for alternator charging)
  • MPPT vs PWM charge controllers
  • High-efficiency 12V appliances
  • Inverters matched to your system
  • Monitoring tools like Victron SmartShunt

2. Continued...

We’ll provide:

  • Product links from trusted retailers (including Amazon where appropriate)
  • Brand comparisons and key considerations
  • DIY build vs all-in-one pros & cons

Our knowledge is regularly updated to reflect the latest gear, best prices, and most reliable tech available.

3. (Optional) DIY Coaching & Installation Support — £25/hr

Want to install it yourself and save hundreds?
We guide you every step of the way.

You’ll learn:

  • Proper wiring practices, cable gauges, and why they matter
  • How to fuse safely and protect your system from shorts or fire
  • The logic of battery charging and panel positioning
  • How to identify and fix voltage drops or low efficiency
  • Safe mounting, ventilation and waterproofing
  • How to use a multimeter to test, diagnose and verify installs

3. Continued...

This coaching is fully remote, non-judgemental, and tailored to your pace. No jargon. No pressure. Just patience.

Bonus: When you understand your own system, you're never at the mercy of a callout or a breakdown you can’t fix.

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Fancy Hiring a narrowboat before buying one? We rent out Narrowboats too!!
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Tech We Support & Recommend

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EcoFlow

Our number one desired brand. EcoFlow STREAM Plug & Play Solar System. Capture sunlight and instantly transform it into usable electricity for your home
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Victron Energy

Powering up Campervans, Boats & Motorhomes since 2020 Victron Energy is a leading manufacturer of advanced power solutions for a wide range of applications.
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JA Solar

At JA Solar we specialize in multi-form photovoltaic (PV) power plants, including conventional centralized PV power plants, Agri Voltaics , Floating Solar PV
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Emergency Off-Grid Support

System acting up?

I offer emergency support over WhatsApp video or call

Step 1.

Message us on WhatsApp with a quick description of what’s going on

Step 2

We’ll jump on a call — the first 15 minutes are totally free

Step 3

Want to continue?, I’ll send over a secure payment link & continue

Emergency Call Fee: £35 flat rate after the first 15 minutes
(Available between 8am–10pm, 7 days a week)

Not yet own a Narrowboat?

Experience life on the water with a short-term hire! Rent one of our fully equipped narrowboats for a weekend or a full week and discover what it’s really like to cruise, live, and relax off-grid.

Behind BoatyBuoyz is a life lived off-grid.

Decades of hands-on experience, trial and error, and a passion for power freedom—all so you can get it right, first time. Get an insight of the Founder Boaty Buoy Ben...

Common Mistakes We Help You Avoid

We’re here to make sure you get a system that just works — all day, every day, all year.
  • Failing to fuse inverter or solar input properly
  • Power Stations: EcoFlow Delta Pro, Bluetti AC200Max
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  • Running thin cables over long distances (causing overheating and power loss)
  • Solar: Renogy, AllPowers, Victron, Flexopower, Photonic Universe
  • Choosing solar panels that won’t physically fit
  • Charge Controllers: Victron Smart MPPT, Renogy Rover
  • Overspending on kits without knowing your actual needs
  • Inverters: Victron Phoenix, Edecoa, Renogy Pure Sine
  • Ignoring cable run losses, shading issues, or charge controller limits
  • DC Gear: 12V USBs, voltmeters, LED lighting, marine-grade sockets
  • Monitoring: Victron SmartShunt, BMV, or budget options with Bluetooth
  • Using 240V kettles, heaters, or other heavy-draw items without planning for it
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    LETS CONNECT THE WIRES.
    CLICK THE BUTTON BELOW AND LETS GET STARTED
    CHAT VIA WHATSAPP
    TEXT - CALL - VIDEO CALL
    BoatyBuoyz
    Fancy Hiring a narrowboat before buying one? We rent out Narrowboats too!!
    Click below to find out more
    Boat Hire
    PAT Testing
    YouTube